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imanialler

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following adverse effects may occur in the patient receiving a loop diuretic such as bumetanide (Bumex)?
 
  a. Hypervolemia
  b. Hyperkalemia
  c. Hyponatremia
  d. Hypoglycemia

Question 2

The patient is being considered for a treatment regimen that includes a thiazide diuretic. Review the following medications, and select the one whose use would be a contraindication for concur-rent use of a thiazide diuretic.
 
  a. Enalapril
  b. Theophylline
  c. Clonidine
  d. Digoxin


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juiceman1987

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Volume contraction and loss of electrolytes with loop diuretic therapy lead to hypovolemia, hypokalemia, hyponatremia, hyperuricemia, and hyperglycemia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Thiazide diuretics interact with digoxin and lithium.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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